Barack Obama has revealed the details of $60bn economic plan at a campaign stop in Toledo, Ohio. The announcement focused on job creation and federal funding for infrastructure projects.
The Guardian reports that Obama “proposed embarking on programmes to repair bridges, roads, schools and other infrastructure projects that have been on hold for decades.
“To provide immediate relief for struggling families, he suggested allowing people to dip into their retirement plans and imposing a three-month moratorium on mortgage foreclosures.
“Obama said his plan should be implemented immediately and would not have to wait until a new president takes over on January 20.”
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